Photo by Luke Hales/Getty ImagesOne former Boston Celtics player quickly learned why controversial takes about LeBron James are a bad idea.Even at 41 years old, Philadelphia 76ers star LeBron James remains one of the faces of the NBA and a solid enough player.As one of the faces of the league, theres no doubt that James has an immense fan following. As a result, whenever an analyst or a former NBA player speaks ill of the King, the fans are quick to defend him.Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty ImagesTony Allen quickly learned why its a bad idea to criticize LeBron JamesTony Allen, who won the 2008 NBA Championship with the Boston Celtics, recently criticized James impact on the defensive end of the floor.However, just days later, Allen has given up on his stance as he calls for a truce with James massive fanbase.I did not know LeBron James was that heavy in media, boy. I promise you, I dont want no smoke. Im coming on To The Baha right now, man. Tell all what yall call them the sexuals, the Brons______ hey man, tell them truce, little Bruce, Allen said on The Baha podcast.He added, Straight up, man. Tell them they can send some of that love to To The Baha out the mud, man. Hey, since they so m____________ deep, we see how deep they is. D___, they was on my head!Theres no doubt that Allen was a defensive juggernaut during his NBA career, but James wasnt a liability on that end during the prime of his career.At the end of the day, James didnt even need to respond himself as his fans ensured that Allen not only took back his comments, but also asked for a truce.Read more:It will stain Kendrick Perkins says LeBron James and Jaylen Brown could tarnish the Celtics foreverPresident Donald Trumps resurfaced comment on WNBA gender debate included LeBron James mentionLeBron James will be given Team USA opportunity at 2028 Olympics if he wishes to participate